Þórshöfn weather in August (North Iceland, Iceland)

How is the weather in Þórshöfn in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Þórshöfn typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Þórshöfn in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 92 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Þórshöfn climate page with graphs.

 

Þórshöfn, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 92 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Raufarhöfn, Iceland (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in August

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Þórshöfn in August?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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